Feeling the Christmas burnout before December 25th even arrives? You're not alone. The secular world has been in "Christmas mode" for months, but the Catholic Church offers a powerful antidote: the season of Advent.In this episode of the Trust in God Podcast, discover why Advent is not just a countdown, but a crucial "mini-Lent"—a penitential season of preparation for the TWO comings of Christ: His birth at Christmas and His Second Coming in glory. Learn how embracing a period of quiet anticipation, prayer, and small sacrifices can make your actual Christmas celebration infinitely more joyful and spiritually profound.We share practical, manageable tips to transform your holiday season—from how to set up your nativity scene to building spiritual habits that last all year. Ditch the holiday rush and learn the ancient secret to a truly amazing Christmas.Timestamps (YouTube Chapters):00:00:27 - Why Can't We Just Start Christmas on November 1st?01:17:10 - The Twofold Meaning of Advent: Christmas & The Second Coming05:38:10 - How Advent Prevents "Christmas Burnout"08:21:21 - The "Mini-Lent": How Advent is a Penitential Season10:23:16 - The Musician's Secret: How Quiet Preparation Makes the Celebration Louder17:26:20 - Practical Tip #1: A Simple Change to Your Decorations24:16:21 - The Power of Waiting: A Biblical History31:06:08 - A Priest's Personal Advent Practice36:44:02 - Use Advent to Build Spiritual Habits That Actually Last42:34:21 - A Fun (and Holy) Way to Watch Christmas MoviesFor more information about St. Michael the Archangel Pastorate, visit:🌐 Website: https://stmichaelpastorate.org/📱 Facebook (St. Augustine, Rensselaer): https://www.facebook.com/staugustinerensselaer📱 Facebook (Sacred Heart, Remington): https://www.facebook.com/sacredheartremington📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stmichaelpastorate/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@st.michaelthearchangelpast999🟣 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trust-in-god-podcast/id1845406973 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7f6OQsJ3gD8mNAZqMyMLaW?si=312994efcd894cff We’re excited to grow with you!